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WSP in the U.S.

Early Career Geotechnical Engineer

WSP in the U.S., Lakewood, Colorado, United States

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Senior Early Careers Program Coordinator at WSP USA Job Description

Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an

Early Career

Geotechnical Engineer

for our

Tucson, AZ

office. The following locations will also be considered:

Reno, NV

and

Denver, CO . Be involved in projects with our Mine Engineering and Stability Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

Supporting senior and intermediate engineering staff in completion of projects in the area of Open Pit and Underground mining rock mechanics and mine closure

Performing field work, data collection, field testing, data analysis, excavation stability assessments, and calculations

Researching specific rock engineering and mine closure problems

Field work will include some aspects of surveying, drilling coordination, geotechnical core logging/mapping, and construction monitoring

Data reduction and analysis of investigation data

Preparing and working with 2D and 3D models

Assisting with geotechnical characterization and assessments in support of underground, open pit, and mine closure rock mechanics projects

Assisting with the preparation of technical reports

Role will include a combination of office and field work

Who You Are

Bachelor's Degree Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering.

0 to 1 year of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior geotechnical design experience.

Proficient demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical engineering including: evaluating slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, ground improvement techniques, support of excavation, dewatering, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.

Proficient understanding of the disciplines of rock and soil mechanics to perform mine stability analysis of both surface and underground mining operations.

Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.

Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Relevant consulting or operating experience in a mining or consulting setting.

Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution

Ability to travel and work in other WSP offices as required

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer usage

Demonstrates a 'Safety First' focus attitude and traits in line with WSP’s core values

Strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering.

Knowledge of programming language (VB, python, or other) would be an asset.

Possesses or eligible to receive EIT Certification.

Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation Expected Salary (Colorado only): $58,200 - $82,000

About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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